Open - How Compaq Ended IBM's PC Domination and Helped Invent Modern Computing

In the dynamic era of personal computing's infancy, one company emerged as a formidable challenger to IBM’s overwhelming dominance: Compaq. This narrative explores how Compaq, under the leadership of Rod Canion, not only disrupted the established PC market but also played a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of modern computing. The story is one of innovation, strategic risk-taking, and the power of open architecture to redefine an industry.

• Compaq's adoption of open architecture challenged IBM's proprietary systems, democratizing PC compatibility and innovation.
• Strategic reverse engineering enabled Compaq to create IBM-compatible machines rapidly, leveling the playing field.
• Leadership...

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